If there is one thing I have come to learn about the Korean skincare regime, that is if there is one thing you don't compromise on it is cleaning the skin. The traditional and sophisticated Korean beauty routine includes using different textures which are adapted to different types of make-up and honestly it is so fascinating. So silicone-based textures for mascaras, oil-based textures for lipsticks and water-based for water-based makeup. The 1-2-3 step routine from Erborian is based on this tradition to remove your make in three steps and it looks a little like this:
Solid Cleansing Oil £29 - Based on the Korean double cleansing method, the Solid cleansing oil combines the performance of a cleansing oil with the gentleness of a cream.
Once it comes into contact with the warmth of your skin, it transforms into an oil to help dissolve impurities on the face. Then when rinsed with water, it transforms again into a silky lotion, to cleanse skin perfectly and leave behind a protective film leaving your skin feeling perfectly cleansed and free of make-up.
Double Mousse Cleansing Foam £22 - Double Mousse with 7 Korean herbs is described as being a 2-in-1 beauty solution. It's rich, fine foam gently cleanses the skin to help eliminate impurities. It also then helps to visibly refine skin's texture for a flawlessly smooth effect leaving it visibly softer, more supple and more luminous.
To use, you apply two pumps to your dry face and leave it on for at least 30 and then rinse with water. It is designed to be used daily, both morning and the evening.
Erborian Konjac Sponge £10 - I am sure most people will have heard of Konjac sponges, but this is honestly the best Konjac sponge I have ever used.
The Konjac sponge is made from an Asian plant that has long been used in Korea to cleanse the face and body. This natural sponge helps to stimulate microcirculation as it massages the skin.
I am absolutely loving these products in my routine, the solid cleansing oil is just an absolute delight to use and it is perfect as part of my double cleansing routine, I love how soft and smooth it leaves my skin feeling and how it feels able to breathe. The mousse is also a delight to use and is incredibly easy to use and works so well as a second cleanse.
Have you tried any Korean skincare?